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DIY Facial Toner for Sensitive Skin with Essential Oils

September 9, 2020      Leave a Comment

DIY Facial Toner for Sensitive Skin with Essential Oils

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DIY Hand Sanitizer Spray with Essential Oils

March 7, 2020      2 Comments

DIY Hand Sanitizer Spray

DIY Hand Sanitizer Spray is easy to make, easy to use, and just as effective as store bought hand sanitizers.  Germs are everywhere. And the ...

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Carpet Deodorizer- An Easy DIY Made With Essential Oils

January 8, 2020      8 Comments

Easy Homemade Carpet Deodorizer Capet Cleaner with Essential Oils

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21 Easy DIY Self Care Products you can make at home

August 29, 2019      2 Comments

DIY Self Care Bath and Body Products

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17 Amazing Margarita Recipes for Cinco de Mayo

April 28, 2019      Leave a Comment

17 Amazing Margarita Recipes for Summer

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Amazing DIY Soap Recipes made with Essential Oils

March 25, 2019      Leave a Comment

DIY Soap Recipe for Spring

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🧠Mental Health Matters! And we sometimes forget 🧠Mental Health Matters! And we sometimes forget just how important it is. So, I’m super stoked to help #fightthestigma of mental illness with @ferrisbuilt #gifted Their super soft mental health t-shirts, hoodies, and crew neck sweatshirts are a great way to advocate for yourself and others who struggle with mental health. Five things I did today to boost my mood and improve my mental health were: 1) got dressed and did my makeup 2) got outside 3) journaled 4) made a healthy breakfast 5) slept in Next up is: Take my meds! What are you doing today to improve your mental health? Let’s talk in the comments below! #mentalhealthblogger #selfcareblogger #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters #mentalwellness #mentalhealthsupport #mentalhealthadvocate #endthestigma #endthestigmaofmentalhealth #endthestigmaofmentalhealth #endthestigmaofmentalillness #selfcaretips #boostyourmood #boostyourconfidence #supportgroup #adhdwomen #anxiousmind #mentalillnessawareness #notalone #neurodivergent #neurodiversity #neurodiverse
Lately I’ve been putting in work. And it’s fre Lately I’ve been putting in work. And it’s freaking hard. I’ve been taking baby steps toward my goals but struggle to stay focused and motivated when I do see prolific results immediately. It might be a fire sign problem 🤣 or an ADHD problem 😂 or maybe I just have a lot of problems. 🤣 Sometimes, it feels like the latter. But, those baby steps are hard freaking work laying a foundation for the life I want to live. One thing that truly helps keep me accountable is my journal. How do you stay accountable on your way towards big goals? Any helpful suggestions? #selfcareblogger #selfcaretips #babysteps #personaldevelopment #mentalhealthblogger #mentalhealthjourney #journaling #accountabilitypartner #accountabilitygroup #personalgrowthjourney #personalgrowthanddevelopment #personalgrowthtips #selfhealers #selfcarebossbabes #selfhelptips #selfhelptools
This year has been a rough one. As the new year g This year has been a rough one. As the new year gets closer I’m noticing all the diet ads, weight-loss groups, and detox teas pop up. And I want to remind you that your worth is not determined by your weight! And I’ll say it a little louder for the people in the back! YOUR WORTH IS NOT DETERMINED BY YOUR WEIGHT! Last year was the first time I skipped the weight-loss related resolutions and focused on health. I did a sober January and followed that by focusing on building my self care and mental health habits. I don’t think I’ll ever set a resolution determined on weight loss again. If you do and it works for you that’s great. But, it’s my experience every year that I set these huge expectations in January and by February I’m so burnt out and lose any progress from that burn out. I’m kind of an all or nothing gal if I’m being honest. Focusing on taking baby steps and celebrating them has changed the way I set and reach my goals. So for this NYE I’ve created a set of 7 Resolutions that have nothing to do with weight loss. They’ll help you get on track to have a great mental health year. Share this post with someone who needs it! 😊 #bodypositivity #bopobabescreate #plussizeblogger #plussizebloggers #selfcareblogger #selfcaretips #nye2021 #newyearnewme #newyear2021 #2021goals #2021planner #edrecovery #bingeeatingrecovery #wellnesswednesday #wellnesslifestyle #wellnessblogger #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthblogger #selflove #selflovethread #selflovejourney #selflovetips #personalgrowthjourney #personalgoals #healthyhabitsforlife
I’m an absolute sucker for a giant mall Christma I’m an absolute sucker for a giant mall Christmas tree! And I could help but fall in love with the palm trees flaming each side! Celebrating Christmas in paradise always feels a little weird after growing up in the snowy U.P. Of Michigan, but there’s still holiday magic in the air. I’m not sure which holiday traditions are my favorite. Maybe because I have too many. Everything around the holidays fills me with nostalgia! A few of my favorites are: 🎅🏻watching The Santa Clause 🎅🏻baking cookies 🎅🏻decorating the tree 🎅🏻opening one present on Christmas Eve 🎅🏻 wrapping presents What’s your favorite holiday tradition? Comment below 👇🏼 #melekalikimaka #alamoanacenter #alamoana #hawaiiholiday #holidaysinhawaii #tropicalchristmas #tropicalvibes #christmasinhawaii #christmastree #christmasdecoration #christmasdecorations🎄 #christmas2020 #christmastree2020 #silverandblue #blueandsilver #palmtrees🌴 #palmtreelover
I love the flexibility of working from home, but s I love the flexibility of working from home, but sometimes I just wanna be where the people are 😂 Luckily, I’ve got iced coffee and these super cute blue light blocking glasses from @sungait_glasses #gifted to keep me focused. Have you worked from home at all this year? What was your favorite and least favorite parts? #sungait #sungaitglasses #bluelightglasses #womensfashion #workfromhome #sungaitsunglasses #sungaitfashion #discoverunder2k #discoverunder5k
“Dear Santa, There’s some Ho Ho Hos in dis ho “Dear Santa, There’s some Ho Ho Hos in dis house. But, we’re just as nice as we are naughty! I promise 😂🤣 Love, Summer” We’re finally getting into the holiday spirit in our house! It could be my @wineadvent calendar inspiring me, but I couldn’t help it! I’m sure @iamcardib would approve 🤣🎅🏻😂 Tell me one thing that’s made you laugh this week! #cardib #wap #holidayfun #holidayfuntimes #christmasdecor #christmasgifts #christmas2020 #christmasdecorating #holidayspirit #holidayspirits2020 #wineadventcalendar #wineadventures #funnygirls #bossgirlbloggers
The holidays don’t have to feel like a wild ride The holidays don’t have to feel like a wild ride, unless that’s what you’re looking for! The holidays season is often a time of year where we put added pressures on ourselves. We want to impress with gifts, foods, pictures, you name it. It can be easy to add too many things to your plate and then feel terrible when you can’t reach the terribly high expectations you created for yourself. But girlfriend, I’m not doing this year. I’m giving myself permission to participate in the holidays in a way that feels organic to me. No, I won’t be sending out cards. I’m terrible at it, they’re always late, and causes me so much anxiety. Yes, to a decorated home with a real tree and lots of colorful lights. No, to saying yes to every party invite I receive and getting burnt out by party two and feeling terrible when I need to flake for my mental health. Yes, to a virtual won’t tasting with my gal pals using out wine advent calendars! No, to worrying endlessly about to get for people who haven’t sent me holiday cheer in years but I still somehow seem to have on my list again! Yes, to finding thoughtful gifts for the people who help make each day a little more magical like our lovely post lady. She’s been a shiny jewel in a year of COVID craziness. Pick a couple things that are eating heavy on your heart and conscience this holiday season and give yourself permission to say no! I promise you, you’re gonna feel the weight lift off your chest! This simple exercise of giving yourself permission to not do things you don’t enjoy, that cause you added stress, and anxiety is a way to set personal boundaries for your self. And puts you back in the drivers seats! Let’s just hope you’re not as crazy a driver as I am! Those reindeer had a terrible turning radius 🤣😂 Comment below and tell me one thing that’s already weighing heavy on you this holiday season. #selfcaretips #selfcare #healthyboundaries #boundariesarehealthy #setboundariesforyourself #mindsetmatters #mindsetshift #keepingupappearances #anxietyrelief #anxietyrecovery #anxietyhelp #holidayblues #grandmagotrunoverbyareindeer #reindeergames #holidaydecorations #philippines #manilaphilippines
Why do turkeys eat so little? 🦃 Because they’re always STUFFED! 🤣 And this year boy was it stuffed...full of gratitude. Which is why I’m acting today to make food possible for the 1 in 4 American children who are hungry. This years been harder than most, so it’s even more important to embrace our holiday spirit and participate in #twoturkeychallenge from @feedthechildrenorg Signing up is easy! Just clink the link in my bio to give back today! 😊🦃🥰 @feedthechildren #feedthechildren #thanksgivingdinner #thanksgiving2020 #hungrygirl #hungrychildren #givingbacktothecommunity #givingbackfeelsgood
2020 has been such a crazy year. And I think it’ 2020 has been such a crazy year. And I think it’s forced me to learn the value of slowing down, owning my personality, and letting go. I’m thankful for the reminder to slow down, be myself, and to let some of the bad sh*t go! I have so much to be thankful for, that a list wouldn’t fit here. Happy Thanksgiving!! #2020 2020lessons #2020goals #thanksgiving #mindfulness #mindfulnesspractice #selfcaretips #selfcareblogger #thanksgiving2020 #holidays2020 #selfportraitphotography
Super stoked about my new eyeshadow palette from @ Super stoked about my new eyeshadow palette from @colourpopcosmetics Inspired by Star Wars The Mandalorian’s The Child (we call him baby yoda in my house). This pallet is full of earthy greens and muted metallics that are perfect for fall and winter. The pallet is sold out online. But, I ordered mine right away! I’ve been so happy to watch each weeks new episode and it’s been such a happy part of my week! My big secret: I bought two! If this picture gets 100 likes, I’ll do a giveaway for the second palette, what do you think? Double tap to help me get to 100 likes! 😊 #selfcare #beautifulgirls #beautyjunkie #eyeshadowjunkie #eyeshadowpalette #soldout #colourpalette #colourpopeyeshadow #starwars #starwarsnerd #themandalorian #thevhild #babyyoda #inagalaxyfarfaraway #nerdgirl #nerdgirls #holidaygifts2020 #fangirling #fangirlmoment

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